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Why becoming heavyweight champ at 21 is a 'big deal' for Itauma

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British heavyweight boxer Moses Itauma is scheduled to face Filip Hrgovic this Saturday in a bout for the vacant IBF world heavyweight title. The match carries historical significance, as a victory would make Itauma the youngest heavyweight champion since Mike Tyson at the age of 21.

Itauma has acknowledged the pressure associated with the upcoming fight, noting that he is expected to represent the future of British boxing. The contest serves as a pivotal moment in his career as he attempts to secure a world title early in his professional tenure.

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